It was...ok. I think Yelp's classification here is on the money. For context, I have a PhD in…read moretheatre and film, so I was really looking forward to getting to this museum while in town for a conference. It hit the mark on many fronts, but it was disappointing in other ways. First, the signage for which line is which is not intuitive. If you want to go up the observation lift, there's a different line than if you just want to go to the museum. Again, the signs of where to go next are vague, and the museum staff don't necessarily wear a uniform, so be prepared for virtually anyone to ask for your ticket. Second, there's a one-way path through the museum, and once you've gone through, they will not allow you back through. There's a beautiful area to sit and watch films during your visit, but it seems counterintuitive to go to that area quite early in your visit. There are no signs indicating you won't be allowed back to enjoy previous exhibits. That's a user design issue that really marred my impression. Now for the good things. The museum has an excellent virtual film area that I recommend. It's obviously a nascent area of film and digital media, but this was very worth the time. The early film exhibits are world class. That alone is worth the price of admission. I wish I could take every film class to this museum! It is simply outstanding. To summarize, some wonderful exhibits sandwiched in with meh exhibits (I could skip the two levels of film posters), and some hit or miss service. Still worth a visit, just be aware of its inconsistencies.

I'm a movie lover and this is one of the best museums I've ever been to. We literally spent the…read moreentire day here and still needed more time! This is a sprawling, multi-storied (5 levels comprising of 5,000 square feet), treasure trove of Italian movie history that I highly recommend to any film buff! For just €11 admission, this place is a bargain. The museum starts with an incredible exhibit on the archaeology of cinema. Here's where you'll find a jaw-dropping collection of magic lanterns, optical boxes, phenakistiscope disks, and original 18th century "Peepshow" boxes. There's a crazy amount of photographs and videos that cover all things movie history. The top level has a cool movie poster gallery. Do NOT miss this if you are a fan of film art! There are different areas and eras that are covered from indie cinema to experimental cinema to trash films to spaghetti westerns to giallo horror to neorealism to modern-day classics and more. Props from popular films, stop-motion demonstrations, and a fun atrium where you can lie down on sofas and watch film clips. Of course it's Italy-centric, but there are items from American films too. Your ticket also includes a special exhibit. When I visited, it was an audio exhibit on film music throughout the ages (and it was awesome)! We needed every second here, but we are huge film fans. There's a small cafeteria on the first floor for light snacks. The museum is so huge that even with large crowds, it never feels crowded. I noticed some of the employees were gruff and impatient with visitors, especially if you didn't speak fluent Italian. We also saw some employees yelling at the large groups of Italian schoolchildren. The biggest letdown here is the gift shop. It's okay, but is mostly filled with replica posters and boring knick-knacks that you can buy anywhere, even in the U.S. Note that the museum is CLOSED on Tuesdays!

Three hours here and I only wrapped it up because my phone battery was getting low or I might have…read morestayed another hour at least. There is just so much to see here and while I definitely enjoyed seeing this automotive history, I also learned some too. For example, the "T" in Fiat is "Torino" because the company was chiefly based here in Turin. Just about every vehicle on display also included a caption that explained some of its history but also a QR code you could scan for more information in Italian or English. With their free wifi, I was snapping pictures and taking screen snaps to document what I saw. Old cars, new cars, historic cars, horseless carriages, motorcycles and so much more. Not just Italian cars, there were Packards and Austins and Cadillacs and Jaguars and even an East German Trabant. Absolutely fabulous and well worth the price of admission. Bring comfy shoes, be sure your battery is fully charged and have a fantastic time! (I thought the gift shop was a bit limited and I wasn't really able to find anything particularly memorable to commemorate my visit. I ended up with a keychain that I turned into a magnet. [Review 17072 overall - 260 in Italy - 588 of 2022.]

Amazing. They had driving simulator. So many old cars, and an awesome formula 1 room. A car…read moreenthusiast could spend a lot of time there. They have a room with engines, a car graveyard, lots of data and statistics about European and usa Car production history. Cafe was just sandwiches and coffee. Gift shop super sparse. Museum was well worthwhile. We plan to return next year with American relatives.

I went on a tour on a Sunday afternoon. I was able to get an English speaking guide and my friend…read moreand I actually had our own personal tour as we were the only English speakers. The tour was very informative and really interesting, and the underground tunnels were sooo cool! I would definitely recommend this museum, I would actually go again because I loved it so much! Make sure to arrange an English speaking tour ahead of time though if you don't know Italian.

Loved it. The tour…read moreof the tunnels allows you to walk in the footsteps of those who defended the city during the French siege. Informative, thought provoking, and FUN! The museum is staffed by enthusiastic volunteers. Contact them ahead of time by email or phone to arrange an English speaking tour guide. A cool attraction that most tourists miss... glad we got to experience this. Thanks Museo Pietro Micca!

Recently,I spent six delightful hours at the Palazzo Madama.The Palazzo Madama in Turin was the…read moresite of Italy's first Senate,after the Unification of Italy in the 19th Century.Since the Palazzo Madama's collection of artworks is very extensive and heterogenous,I have limited this review to its Gothic and Renaissance Period works of Art. I relished its delightful Floor Mosaic from the Cathedral of Acqui depicting hunters(produced between 1120 and 1130 AD by the Lombard Piedmontese Mosaicist).I also appreciated the Master of Oropa Madonna Workshop's"The Life of Mary Magdalene"(produced in the mid 14th Century,made of polychrome and gilded wood),and the Master of Courmayeur's"Antepedium With Christ,the Virgin,and Saints"(produced in 1200-1210AD and made of painted and gilded Spruce Wood) The following Medieval Period Paintings were sources of delectation;Barnaba Da Modena's"Virgin and Christ Child",Pietro D'Alba's"Polytych 1375"(this painting had a plethora of gold leaf),Giacomo Jacquerio's"Liberation of Saint Peter"(he was associated with Turin),and Jacopo di Cione's"Two Doctors of Church". I was especially fascinated with these Renaissance Period Paintings;Antoine de Longhy's"Death of the Virgin",Macrino D'Alba's"Self Portrait",Giovanni Martino Spanzotti's"Madonna and Child on Throne With 2 Angels",Antonio Vivarini's"Coronation of Virgin",Defendente Ferrari's"Crucifixion"Girolamo Giovenone's"Madonna and Christ Child With Saint Anne",Antonello Da Messina's"Trivulzio Portrait",and Ambrosius Benson's"Madonna and Child With 2 Angels". At the Palazzo Madama,the works of Art from the Gothic and Renaissance Periods are arranged in a very appealing manner.

This is an amazing museum and a must see when visiting Torino! With the price of the ticket you can…read moreaccess the royal palace, the art gallery, the antiquity section with Roman art and ruins, and the shroud chapel. The palace and museum are well maintained, with the art gallery including pieces by Rembrandt, Reuben, Botticelli and other major artists.

This important landmark in Turin is definitely a worthwhile stop in your visit to the city. It…read moregives you the opportunity to learn a great deal about the history of the city and this region in general. It is very well kept, so you can appreciate how the palace was during the time it was being inhabited. The entrance fee is 15 euros, and you should plan to spend at least 3 hours to get a good view of the whole palace.

We enjoyed visiting this museum about the shroud of Turin. As another yelper noted, this is a…read morereligious museum but it has many informative and interesting things to read and view. The museum staff members were all so sweet and kind. We had an incredibly amicable and knowledgeable museum guide who was telling us about the history. He spoke to me in Italian and I tried my best to understand any words that were remotely Spanish. :) There was also a short video in English that was helpful. There were English translations throughout the exhibit which also helped fill in the gaps. The chapel was really beautiful, and I liked the Braille metal version of the shroud that was on display in the museum. It showed a picture with famed Italian singer Andrea Bocelli visiting the Braille shroud. There was also a really beautiful backlit art piece.

If you can do a museum in what should be a religious place, this is a good example…read more The Museo della Sindone mixes modern displays with an abundance of information about the shroud's discovery and pictures of the Holy Shroud. There is alot of time spent explaining the trace shadows which create the image of Christ. In the end (since there is a numbered route to follow), you end up in the church where the Holy Shroud had been stored. This place too was very interesting because of the variety of murals, huge old organ, arrangement of the pews, etc. Very interesting and informative place.